Titans of Justice Unlimited #52 – “Titans Lost – Again Part 4”
Written by Scotty2Hotty & Power Guy
Edited & Maxi-Micros by: Power Guy


A hilltop overlooking the Hall of Evil(The Universe of Evil)…

As Power Guy shut off his x-ray vision, he announced, “I’ve scanned the building. Our teammates are in there or at least were. While I can’t find them, I see their weapons on a table in what looks like a conference room. My guess is that this Hall has a lead-lined detention cell, much like our own and that’s where our teammates are.”





“Do you see any of the Super Fiends?” asked Sonic Boom.





“No. They’re probably out searching for us,” surmised the Metropolis Marvel of the modern age.

“Well then, let’s not waste any time,” urged the Flash as he raced towards the Hall, vibrated through it’s force-field, went inside, and deactivated the field so his friends could pass through safely.





Once all four Titans were inside, Black Vulcan opened the trap-door to the detention cell. Looking downward, she gasped, “You were right, PeeGee! They’re in there and either unconscious or worse along with some guy dressed like the Sportsmaster?”





“He’s a hero in this universe,” revealed Sonic Boom.

“More like a bumbling idiot!” came a voice out of nowhere as a lead-lined door opened to a room from which evil versions of Wonder Woman and Aquaman stepped forth.

“We didn’t come back here to fight you,” pointed out Sonic Boom.

“Good. Then you can submit to captivity and go into the soup-pot with your friends!” declared the evil Aquaman.





“Soup pot?” repeated Black Vulcan, confused.

“Yes, that cell your friends are lying in.” explained the Despot of the Seven Seas. “Once the four of you are inside, we’ll add the broth. You would call it acid. We’ll then crank up the heat until it boils you all down to smithereens. Oh, and don’t worry, Power Guy. The acid is laced with Kryptonite!”

“You all are a bunch of sick freaks!” howled Black Vulcan. She then continued with, “But, it’s four against two so I don’t think things are going to go exactly as you planned.”

“Count again, colored girl!” smirked the evil Wonder Woman as she pressed a button on the wall beside her, which opened another door revealing the evil versions of Hawkwoman, Hawkboy, Samurai, and a rebuilt Cyborg.





“I’ll bet you’re wondering how we could be here so quickly after you defeated us?” asked Hawkwoman. “It was all an act to get you to come here willingly and you fell for it. Now, you can all jump into the soup pot or, we can throw your mangled bodies in there after we’ve beaten you half to death!”





“I am not on anyone’s menu!” Sonic Boom shouted, using her Canary Cry. “Thank goodness is back. Hopefully for good,” she thought privately to herself.

The Super Fiends all grabbed their ears and started staggering about. Wonder Woman commanded, “Cyborg! Shut that wailing banshee up!”

Cyborg calmly acknowledged Wonder Woman’s command and pointed his arm at Sonic Boom, sending millions of decibels of sound at her heart. She clutched her chest and fell to the ground.

“No!” Green Lantern shouted as he came to and became aware of what was happening. Sonic Boom’s cry had awakened her captive teammates, along with the Sportsmaster. His ring flashed and he jumped to his feet. “I swear if you’ve hurt her—“ he started. Suddenly a spiked ball smashed into back, knocking him down.





“Nothing I hate more than a mouthy man.” Hawkgirl smiled, admiring the blood pouring from Green Lantern’s back. She dragged her finger across his blood soaked back and licked her fingers. “You and I are going to have some fun.”

“Mistress…what of me..?” Hawkboy said, sullenly.

“I’m sorry my dear. I’ll let you have some fun too.”

“Everyone! Fan out, keep them occupied!” Power Guy shouted taking to the air, jumping out of the way just as Wonder Woman tossed her lasso.

Champion saw her own lasso lying on the Super Fiends meeting table and quickly grabbed it. She tossed it in Wonder Woman’s direction. “You! You are a discredit to my Amazons! An abomination!”





“Oh give me a break!” Wonder Woman hissed. “Aquaman, this one’s all yours!”

“Thanks Wonder Woman.” Aquaman, said as he squinted his eye. Before Champion could comprehend what was happening, Aquaman attacked her, pinning her to the ground.

“Get off me!” Champion demanded, shocked that her strength could not move the evil version of Aquaman.

“I’ve been looking for a bride….you’ll do.” He laughed running his tongue down her cheek.

The Huntress helped Sportsmaster to his feet. “I can tell this is not going to go well.”





“They really worked me over….need a minute…” Sportsmaster mumbled, trying to steady himself. His eyes widened as the Huntress was lifted into the air.

“Ah, Batgirl.” Robin laughed. “Purple really is your color.”





BAM!!!! Huntress punched Robin square in the face, bloodying his nose. “Keep your fashion comments to yourself, Mr. Moustache.” She said, kicking him in the stomach. Just then she felt a muscular arm wrap around her neck. She gasped for breath.

“No one and I mean no one messes with Robin!” Batman growled.





From the rafters Power Guy shot his heat vision at the Super Fiends, causing Hawkwoman and Hawkboy to take to the air. Cyborg fired off rounds of lasers at the Kryptonian, which he efficiently dodged.

“Ah, after I’m done with your Green Lantern I think I’d like you to submit to my will.” Hawkgirl said, spinning her mace. Hawkboy approached from the other side.





“I like this one mistress.” Hawkboy said, drawing a spiked collar and whip.





They flew towards Power Guy, who climbed higher, causing Hawkwoman and Hawkboy to crash into each other, falling to the ground.

Sargona shouted, “Good work, PeeGee, how about some help down here?”





Power Guy noticed that Sargona was surrounded by Superman and Lilith. She was spouting off backwards spells left and right, but something seemed to be affecting her magic.

“Such a pretty one!” Lilith hissed.





“She won’t be pretty for long!” Superman laughed, drawing back his fist. Just as he was about to smash Sargona’s face, Power Guy landed between them, grabbing his fist. He struggled with all his might and finally sent Superman crashing into Batman, effectively freeing the Huntress.





“Sar, you ok?” he asked, concerned.

“I am, but we’ve got to get out of here, my spells aren’t working right and—LOOK OUT!!!!”

Suddenly Lilith sank her fangs into Power Guy’s neck and started greedily sucking blood.

Across the room, Champion struggled with Aquaman. He had his hands around her neck.

KRAAACKLLLLLLEEE! A bolt of lightning sent Aquaman hurtling into the Hall of Evil’s monitor.

“Th—thank you….Black Vulcan.” Champion gasped. Black Vulcan ran to her side and helped her stand.

“We’re losing…the odds are against us here.” Black Vulcan said, desperation in her voice.

By now, Green Lantern was starting to stir. He saw Sonic Boom lying on the ground very still, blood trickling from her mouth, ears, and nose. He saw Sargona, who had jumped on Lilith’s back, beating her about the head. Power Guy had slumped over, blood pouring from his neck.

His will restored, the power ring glowed brightly.

“This ends! Now!!” he shouted.

“I’ll say it does.” Samurai laughed, drawing his blade. “That ring is the loveliest jade. Reminds me of home. I like things that remind me of home, and things I like, I take.”





“You won’t be taking that anytime soon!” the newly conscious Flash shouted. He ran at Samurai full speed.

“Cyborg! Take care of this petty annoyance!” Samurai commanded.

Cyborg launched a projectile at the Flash.

“Something wrong here….the speed force not working right….can’t get enough speed---AAAAGGGGHHHHH!!!” Flash screamed as the projectile smashed into his calve, exploding. Flash dropped to the ground, holding his leg as smoke and blood gushed.

Green Lantern had engaged Samuari in combat. Black Vulcan joined in and sent a bolt of lightning at the Asian assassin.

“Foolish girl.” Samurai said, deflecting the lightning with his ancient blade, sending it back at Black Vulcan, knocking her out. “Now, for your ring!”

Green Lantern fought on as he heard Sargona’s screams.

“If you’ve hurt him, I’ll rip that tacky nose and earring combo out of your face!” Sargona spat.

“Really? I’d like that. I’m into pain!” Lilith laughed, blood splattering from her fangs. “You see, this is the latest thing. A Kryptonite grille. Never know when it might come in handy!” She then head-butted Sargona, sending her into unconsciousness.

“Sargona…..” Power Guy whispered.

“So, the witch has your heart? Well, then. Let’s give to her, all wrapped in a bow!” Lilith shouted as she slashed her Kryptonite laced fingernails across Power Guy’s chest, sending blood and tissue flying.

“Power Guy!!” Green Lantern screamed, his eyes wide in horror.

“You turn from an opponent in battle? Amateur!” Samurai said, slicing his sword into Green Lantern’s wrist. The Huntress nearly fainted as she saw Green Lantern’s hand sail across the room and land with a splat. Gleek the evil space monkey appeared from nowhere and scurried off with the hand.

Green Lantern screamed in agony, holding his bloody stump as he crashed into the floor. The Huntress ran to his side. “Lantern? Lantern can you hear me??” she screamed.

“Of course he can hear you, witch. His hand is gone, not his ears.” Wonder Woman cackled.

“Look at all that blood!” Lilith cried, running towards Green Lantern.

“Uh uh, you slut. I want to watch him bleed out!” Wonder Woman said, tripping the vampiress.

Aquaman had come to and saw Lilith licking blood off the floor. He smiled. Champion made her way to Green Lantern, digging into a pouch in her cape. She had brought some Amazonian remedies, just in case trouble reared its evil head.

“AGGGHHH!!” she screamed as Aquaman’s trident pierced her shoulder. She turned, anger in her eyes. Calmly, she grabbed the trident and ripped it out her shoulder, throwing it back at Aquaman. He caught it mid-air.

“I really am going to have fun breaking your spirit, girl.” He said, making a rude gesture.

Power Guy was crawling along the floor, his shirt slashed to ribbons. He held his chest as blood poured. He looked to the Huntress. “Get us out of here….” He mouthed. Sportsmaster saw this as well and suddenly a popping noise was heard.

“The Sportsmaster! His duplicates! Stop him!!” Superman screamed.

Huntress reached into her utility belt and tossed a Bat-shaped device. Within seconds, a harsh smoke filled the Hall of Evil. Everyone, including the Super Fiends started to cough and experience watery eyes.

The Sportsmaster’s duplicates quickly picked up the fallen Titans. Huntress led them through the smoke outside.

Sportsmaster looked around, panicked. “This way!!” he yelled as the group followed him.

“They’re getting away!” Hawkwoman growled.

“Not for long. They’re badly injured. Let’s draw this out. Let them think they’ve escaped us. We’ll toy with them much like a cat with a mouse.” Robin said.

Superman used his breath to direct the smoke outside.

“Robin’s right. It will be a delight to see their pathetic last stand before we kill them all.” Wonder Woman commented.

“Where did that damned monkey go with my ring?” Samurai barked, looking around.

“Ha, he’s probably made a snack out of it by now, hahahaha!” Lilith laughed.

***

Later that evening, Sportsmaster, Black Vulcan, and the Huntress tended to the wounded. The heroic Sportsmaster had gotten the Titans to a safe house where he kept supplies, food, and medicine. The walls were lead-lined to prevent Superman’s prying eyes. A radar device sent scrambling signals to keep Cyborg at bay.

“Green Lantern, this is going to hurt…but we’ve got to cauterize this wound.” Sportsmaster said.

“W—wait….the other ring…the other Hal Jordan….” Green Lantern gasped. He was in shock, but somehow managed to speak.

“I remember! He has the evil Hal Jordan’s ring from the last time we were here.” The Huntress said. She dug into a compartment in his costume and gently slid the ring on his finger. It began to glow faintly.

Green Lantern struggled to concentrate. He was pale and sweating. He could not stop shaking. Just then what looked like a green hand began to manifest.

“Oh Dan, please God….” Huntress whispered.

Suddenly the hand dissipated and Green Lantern screamed in agony again. The ring began to speak.

“Ring returned to rightful dimension. Seeking Hal Jordan, seeking Hal Jordan.” With that, the ring shot away through a window. Green Lantern passed out.

Sonic Boom walked over and cradled his head in her lap.

“We’re in bad shape. If the Super Fiends found us now…” she mused.

Champion said, “We are not defeated. Merely lost a battle, we will still win this war. Her shoulder was wrapped, despite blood soaking through her dressings.

Power Guy was slowly recovering. Thankfully most of the Kryptonite from Lilith’s fangs was washed away as he bled.

Sargona sat next to him. “ Did we make a mistake coming here? Look at us. I think we’re in worse shape than Druscilla,” she commented looking at the inert Amazon girl lying on the floor a few feet away.

Power Guy looked around at his battered team.

“PG, I won’t be pulling any high speed capers anytime soon. That projectile did a number on my leg. My other leg is good, arms are ok too.” Flash said, hobbling over, blood all over his yellow boot. Sportsmaster had found him a pair of crutches. “I’m healing slower than usual. The Speed Force usually heals me up quick but something off here.”

“I believe I know what’s up with your trouble accessing the Speed Force and our inability to best the Super Fiends,” began the Huntress. “This Universe of Evil is much like that of Earth 3, the home of the Syndicate of Terror. Any time the heroes of our universe have gone to Earth 3, they found it quite difficult to defeat the villains of that world. The scales seemed to be naturally against good just like the scales in our universe seem to be naturally against evil. It’s quite possible that we may not be able to win here. The Speed Force of this universe may not want to cooperate with you, Flash or perhaps this universe’s Flash somehow is restricting other people’s access to it.”

“But we did better the last time we were here,” recalled Sonic Boom.

“A fluke perhaps much like when the villains of our universe have gotten the upper hand on us from time to time,” concluded the daughter of the Batman and Catwoman.

Power Guy then spoke up, “Sportsmaster. You know this world better than any of us. Can you help us on our quest…or at least guide us in the right direction? We’re here to find the deity known as Ares. We believe he’s the only one who can help Wonder Girl.” The Kryptonian powerhouse then explained Druscilla’s predicament to the one-man baseball team.

“I would be happy to. The Super Fiends have ruined the world for far too long. It would be an honor to fight at your side.” Sportsmaster said.


TO BE CONTINUED!